Safety

Health officials warn of heat illness as temperature rise March 17, 2026 - Environmental Health - Safety

Earliest heat warning of the season, temps approach summer levels. « read more »

Hantavirus confirmed in Santa Fe County resident March 12, 2026 - Zoonotic Diseases - Safety

The New Mexico Department of Health reported a Santa Fe County resident was hospitalized with hantavirus pulmonary syndrome – the first case in New Mexico this year – and has since recovered. « read more »

Measles cases reported in detention centers February 27, 2026 - Measles - Safety

Four federal inmates held in southern New Mexico detention facilities have tested positive for measles, bringing the number of 2026 measles cases in the state to five. « read more »